Ayana Archie
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National
Texas attorney general's statement rejects supporters of death row inmate's appeal
The statement from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton "corrects falsehoods" from critics who say death row inmate Robert Roberson was unjustifiably convicted in the death of his toddler child.
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National
2 naval aviators died in a plane crash after returning from a tour in Yemen
Lt. Cmdr. Lyndsay “Miley” Evans and Lt. Serena “Dug” Wileman were both 31 and from California, and recently served nine months on a tour in Yemen.
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Millions without power as Milton churns across Florida
Florida residents are being encouraged to shelter in place, as hazards such as storm surges, tornadoes and high winds and flash flood warnings were extended into early Thursday morning.
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Environment
In a rematch, mama bear Grazer defeats rival that killed her cub to win Fat Bear Week
The annual Fat Bear Week honors bears that have sufficiently bulked up in the months before entering hibernation.
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National
Hurricane Milton could double in size as it surges toward Florida's coast
The Coast Guard declared “port condition Zulu” on Tuesday, closing 19 Florida ports due to incoming gale-force winds. Officials say residents should rush to finish preparing for the storm.
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National
Garth Brooks is accused of rape and sexual assault in a lawsuit
The unnamed woman claims Brooks sexually assaulted her several times while she worked for him as a makeup artist. Brooks says the woman is exploiting him for money.
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National
Doctor charged in Matthew Perry case pleads guilty to conspiracy to dispense ketamine
In the months leading up to Perry's death, Mark Chavez said in a plea deal he conspired to distribute liquid ketamine and ketamine lozenges to Perry through transactions with another doctor.
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Business
Why the price of eggs is on the rise again
The price of eggs has risen by about 28% in the past year, largely due to outbreaks of avian flu. Those prices could continue to climb during the holidays, as demand for baked goods increases.
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Arts & Life
Hoda Kotb announces she is leaving NBC's 'Today' show
Kotb has been at NBC for 26 years, including on the Dateline and Today programs. She said she decided to leave her role after she recently turned 60.
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Business
Big Lots is closing stores and filing for bankruptcy
The U.S. discount retail chain said its customers will still be able to earn and redeem rewards, as well as use gift cards and store credit cards.